Domaine CourbisSaint-Joseph Les Royes 2020

Product code: 15118
£36.55 inc VAT
France
Red Wine from
Rhône, France
Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Saint-Joseph
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine Courbis
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Laurent Courbis
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah
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Country
Country: France
Region
Region: Rhône
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Saint-Joseph
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Domaine Courbis
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Laurent Courbis
Grape
Grape: Shiraz/Syrah
Grape: 100% Shiraz/Syrah

Product Notes

Domaine Courbis Saint-Joseph Les Royes is a distinguished French wine hailing from the Northern Rhone, gracefully revealing the sophistication of Syrah grapes. It highlights an exquisite bouquet of smoky black fruits, ground pepper, and earthy undertones. Each sip promises a taste journey, with a full-bodied palate revealing complex layers of dark fruit, powerful tannins, and a lingering pepper spice finish. Incredibly well-structured and balanced, this wine has fantastic ageing potential. It's a magnificent reflection of the Saint-Joseph region's unique terroir, beautifully encapsulating its robust character in every bottle. Truly a collector's delight, it offers depth, richness, and elegance.

Tasting Notes

Opaque and opulent, this wine shows the characteristics of Syrah from the Northern Rhône, with ripe cassis and rich chocolate undertones. Smooth, silky and concentrated with fine tannins and harmonious balance through to a long finish.

About the Winery

Domaine Courbis

Set on the hill slopes of the village of Châteaubourg, Domaine Courbis is an acclaimed winery in the Rhône Valley. With a stunning panorama of the vine-clad valley below, the winery has been a family operation since the 16th century. The current winemakers, brothers Laurent and Dominique Courbis, are the sixth generation to uphold the traditional winemaking methods of their ancestors.

The winery's portfolio boasts a diverse range of superb wines. Among them, the Saint Joseph, Cornas, and Saint Péray appellations are esteemed by wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs across the globe. With an emphasis on quality over quantity, Domaine Courbis's terroir-driven wines are a fusion of traditional winemaking methods blended with innovative techniques to tease out the unique characteristics of each variety. This meticulous approach results in wines of exquisite complexity and balance that beautifully showcase the exceptional terroir of the Rhone Valley.

Encompassing around 20 hectares of Syrah and Marsanne-Roussanne vineyards, the winery’s practises are deeply informed by environmental considerations. With the aim to pursue sustainable agriculture, Domaine Courbis has incorporated organic practises, that beautifully complement the rugged terrain and the microclimate of the region; enhancing the expression of the local terroir in their wines. The cultivation of the vineyards in terraces also allows the grapes to enjoy optimum sun exposure.

With a seamless blend of historical heritage, astute knowledge and innovation, Domaine Courbis continues to create amazing wines that offer a unique sensory experience. Year on year, their wines continue to receive plaudits for their impeccable flavours and character: wine critics and enthusiasts alike anxiously await each new release to delight in their depth and quality!

In conclusion, Domaine Courbis, besides being a beautifully located winery, is a significant testament to the legacy of Rhone wines. It's dedication to authenticity along with innovation truly sets it apart in the winemaking world.

http://www.vins-courbis-rhone.com

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